belt FIAT DUCATO 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

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Deutsch
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fig. 17 Example:
From the standard screen, briefly press button MODE
to start browsing. Press ▲or ▼to browse within the
menu.
NOTE Only the short menu may be accessed for
reasons of safety while the vehicle is moving (“Speed
Beep” setting). Stop the vehicle to access the full menu.
F0N1020g
MODE
short press
of button
▲
▼
MENU EXITSPEED BEEPSENSOR
HEADLAMPS
SET TIME
SET DATE
SEE RADIO
AUTOCLOSE
MEAS. UNIT
LANGUAGE BUZZER VOLUME BUTTON VOLUME BUZZER SEAT BELTS (
*) SERVICEPASSENGER AIR BAG
(*) This function may only be displayed after the SBR system is deactivated by a Fiat Dealership.
TRIP B DATA
MODE
short press
of button
▲
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▼
▲
▼
▲ ▼
▲ ▼ ▲
▼
▲
▼
▲
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Adjust the button volume (Button Vol.)
This function is used to set the volume of the roger-
beep accompanying the activation of buttons MODE,
▲and ▼to 8 levels.
To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:
– press the MODE button briefly, making the display
flash the previously set volume level;
– press button
▲or ▼to adjust;
– press the MODE button briefly to return to the menu
screen or press the button for longer to return to the
standard screen without memorising.
S.B.R. buzzer reactivation (Belt Buzzer)
This function can be displayed only after a Fiat
Dealership has deactivated the SBR system (see “SBR
system” in the “Safety” section). Selecting the language (Language)
Display messages can be shown in different languages:
Italian, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
and Dutch.
To set the desired language, proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: the previously set
language starts flashing on the display;
– press button ▲or ▼to select;
– press the MODE button briefly to return to the menu
screen or press the button for longer to return to the
standard screen without memorising.
Adjust the failure/warning buzzer volume
(Buzzer Volume)
With this function the volume of the buzzer which
accompanies the display of any failure/warning can be
adjusted according to 8 levels.
To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:
– press the MODE button briefly, making the display
flash the previously set volume level;
– press button
▲or ▼to adjust;
– press the MODE button briefly to return to the menu
screen or press the button for longer to return to the
standard screen without memorising.
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F0N0147mfig. 21F0N0139mfig. 22
AIR SEAT
The seat is equipped with a mechanical spring system
and hydraulic shock absorber to ensure maximum
comfort and safety. The system of springs also
effectively absorbs impact from uneven road surfaces.
See the description in the “Front seats” section for the
lengthwise adjustments, height adjustments, backrest
adjustment, lumbar adjustment and armrest adjustment.
Damper weight adjustment
Use the adjustment knob A-fig. 22 to set the required
setting based on body weight, with settings between
40 kg and 130 kg.To lower the seat: whilst sitting, move the lever B
upwards (front part of the seat) or the lever C (rear
part of the seat) and place your body weight on the part
of the seat to be lowered.
Backrest angle adjustment fig. 20
Turn knob D.
For maximum safety, keep the back of
your seat upright, lean back into it and
make sure the seat belt fits closely across your
chest and hips.
WARNING
Lumbar adjustment
To adjust, turn knob E-fig. 21.

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F0N0148mfig. 23
12
F0N0187mfig. 25
F0N0187mfig. 24
REVOLVING BASE SEAT
(for versions/markets where provided)
It may be turned through 180° toward the seat on the
opposite side. Use the control A-fig. 24 to rotate the
seat. Before turning, move the seat forward and only
then adjust the reach fig. 25. SEATS WITH ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS
The driver’s seat may be equipped with an armrest that
can be raised and adjusted for height. To adjust, use the
wheel A-fig. 23.
Before putting on the front seat belts,
make sure that the armrests are in a
vertical position (see “Seat belts” paragraph).
WARNING
Before unfastening your seat belt and
getting out of the vehicle, make sure
that the (door side) outer armrest is fully raised.
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F0N0173mfig. 26F0N0174mfig. 27
Backrest angle adjustment fig. 27
Adjust lever A.
Height adjustment fig. 27
Operate the controls B or C to raise/lower the
front/rear part of the seat respectively.
Seat rotation
It may be turned through 180° toward the seat on the
opposite side and approximately 35° toward the door It
may be locked in the driving position or at 180°. REVOLVING SEAT WITH SEAT BELT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
It is equipped with a seat belt with three anchorage
points fig. 26, two adjustable armrests (for the
adjustment, see “Seats with adjustable armrests”
paragraph) and height-adjustable head restraints (for the
adjustment, see “Head restraints” paragraph).
All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary. In particular, while
turning the seat, take care that it does not
interfere with the handbrake lever.
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F0N0069mfig. 137
Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to the
body of the passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of
movement.
The reel may block when the vehicle is parked on
a steep slope: this is perfectly normal. Furthermore,
the reel mechanism locks the belt if it is pulled and in
the event of sudden braking, collisions and on high
speed bends.SAFETY BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
fig. 137
The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and
rested against the seat back.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue A and insert it
into the buckle B, until the locking click is heard.
On removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short stretch,
then pull it out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button C. Guide the
seat belt with your hand while it is rewinding, to prevent
it from twisting.
SAFETY
Do not press button C-ig. 137 when
driving.
WARNING
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT fig. 138
The height of the seat belts must be
adjusted with the vehicle at a standstill.
WARNING
To adjust, use button A-fig. 138 and raise or lower
handle B.
Always adjust the seat belt height to the passenger’s
body: This precaution may considerably reduce the risk
of injury in the event of a collision.

S.B.R. SYSTEM
The vehicle is fitted with a Seat Belt Reminder system
(S.B.R.), consisting of a buzzer and a flashing warning
light
that the seat belt must be fastened.
The buzzer can be deactivated (until the next engine
stop) as follows:
❒fasten the driver’s seat belt;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR-ON;
❒wait for over 20 seconds and then release one of the
seat belts.
For permanent deactivation, contact the Fiat Dealership.
With digital display, the S.B.R. system can only be reset
at Fiat Dealership.
With multifunction display, the S.B.R. system can also be
reset through the set-up menu.
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F0N0070mfig. 138F0N0156mfig. 139
Seat belt with reel for front central position on
bench seat fig. 139
The two-seater front bench is equipped with an on-
board seat belt (reel on seat) with three anchorage
points for the central position. Correct regulation is obtained when the belt passes
approximately half way between the shoulder and the
neck.
After adjustment, always check that the
cursor to which the ring is fastened is
locked in one of the set positions. Push
downwards to enable the locking device to click
if the grip has not been released in one of the
possible positions.
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PRETENSIONERS
To increase the efficiency of the seat belts, the vehicle is
fitted with pretensioners. These devices, in the event of
a violent frontal impact, rewind the seat belts a few
centimetres. In this way they ensure that the seat belt
adheres perfectly to the wearer before the restraining
action begins.
The buckle moves downwards to indicate that the
device has intervened; the seat belt cannot be drawn
back up even when guiding it manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the pretensioning device,
wear the seat belt keeping it tight to the chest and
pelvis.
A slight amount of smoke may be detected during
operation of the pretensioners. This smoke is not
harmful and does not indicate a fire.
The pretensioner does not require any maintenance or
lubrication.
Anything that modifies its original conditions invalidates
its efficiency.
If unusual natural events (floods, sea storms, etc.) have
caused the device to be contaminated by water and
mud, it must be replaced.The pretensioner can only be used once.
After it is triggered, have it replaced at
a Fiat Dealership. The device expiry date is
shown on the plate in the glove compartment:
contact the FIAT Dealership when it is time to
replace the device.
WARNING
Operations which lead to knocks,
vibrations or localised heating (over
100 °C for a maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioners may cause
damage or trigger them. These devices are not
affected by vibrations caused by irregularities of
the road surface or low obstacles such as kerbs,
etc. Contact a Fiat Dealership for any assistance.
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger safety, the front seat belt reels
contain a load limiter which allows controlled sag in
such a way as to dose the force acting on the chest and
shoulders during the belt restraining action in the event
of frontal impact.

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F0N0120mfig. 140
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
THE SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting (and ensuring
that all the other passengers also respect) the local laws
in force regarding the use of seat belts. Always fasten
the seat belts before starting.
Seat belts are also to be worn by expectant mothers:
the risk of injury in the case of accident is greatly
reduced for them and the unborn child if they are
wearing a seat belt.
Of course they must position the lower part of the belt
very low down so that it passes over the pelvis and
under the abdomen, see fig. 140.
The belt must not be twisted. The upper
part must pass over the shoulder and
cross the chest diagonally. The lower part must
adhere to the pelvis fig. 141, not to the
abdomen. Do not use devices (clips, clamps,
etc.) that prevent the belts from being snug to
the passengers’ body.
WARNING
Maximum protection is obtained if the
backrest is kept straight: the passenger’s
back must lean against the backrest and the
seat belt must be adhere firmly to the torso and
pelvis. Always fasten the seat belts on both the
front and the rear seats. Travelling without seat
belts fastened increases the risk of serious
injuries or even death in the event of a crash.
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F0N0122mfig. 142
Under no circumstances should the seat
belt and pretensioner components be
removed or tampered with. Any operations
must be carried out by qualified and authorised
personnel only. Always go to a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
If the belt has been subjected to high
levels of stress, for example after an
accident, it should be changed completely
together with the attachments, fixing screws
and the pretensioner. In fact, even if the belt
has no visible defects, it could have lost its
resilience.
WARNING
Each seat belt must be worn by one
person only; passengers should not have
babies or children on their lap and use the belts
to protect both of them fig 142. In general, do
not use the seat belts to hold any object against
the body.
WARNING
HOW TO MAINTAIN THE SEAT BELTS
IN EFFICIENT CONDITIONS
For keeping the seat belts in efficient conditions,
observe the following:
❒always use the belts with the strap well stretched
and never twisted; make sure that it is free to run
without impediments;
❒after a serious accident, replace the belt even if it
does not appear damaged. Always replace the belt if
the pretensioners were deployed;
❒to clean the belts, wash by hand with water and mild
soap, rinse and leave to dry in the shade. Never use
strong detergents, bleach, paints or any other
substance which could damage the belt fibres;
❒prevent the reels from getting wet: their correct
operation is only guaranteed if water does not get
inside;
❒replace the seat belt when they demonstrate
significant wear or cuts.